Red Cherry Events

We definitely agree!!!

Who is keen for entries to open up tomorrow?????

Yes exactly Morne! There is nothing scarier than the start line to a race but with riders setting off at a leisurely pace and only being timed for sections, we believe it's going to be a hit. This concept isn't unique as it happens in the US already, we are just the first to bring it to South Africa. So please come and support and checkout our route! https://www.gravduro.co.za/route/

Thanks Betaboy, we think it should be very exciting and allow for all sorts of riders to have a good time over the event. That lekka mix of racing with good vibes, its sure to be a cracker out on the Paul Cluver and oak valley Trails! Have you checked out the route yet? https://www.gravduro.co.za/route/

Oh but this is no ordinaruygravel race, have you checked out the route feature for the stages you will be racing across? https://www.gravduro.co.za/route/ Its then all social riding in between

Event Name: GravDuro Gravel Bike Race When: 26/10/2024 Where: Trail's End Bike Hotel, Grabouw, Western Cape Category: Gravel GravDuro Gravel Bike Race | 26 October 2024, Trail's End Bike Hotel Welcome to the untamed terrain of South Africa, where the thrill of Gravel Racing meets the relaxed atmosphere of Enduro Riding. Hammer it along some of the most iconic sections in the Western Cape. Venture into Oak Valley, Paul Cluver and up the infamous Hans se Kop Climb. The whole thing isn’t a race, you will get a wristband at registration which will be your timing chip on this Gravel / Enduro event. Enjoy a relaxed start and social liaison sections before you get to hammer it out for Stages of the whole route. Take on 6 timed GravDuro Stages throughout the day, making up a total timed distance of 60kms. Setting off from Trails End Bike Hotel in Grabouw on the 26th of October 2024, this first-time Gravel / Enduro event will be run and led by the team from Red Cherry Events. The route will use a combination of some of the most iconic farms and climbs in the Western Cape. Using Trails End Bike Hotel as a starting point, the first-ever GravDuro will head into Oak Valley, Paul Cluver and up the infamous Hans se Kop Climb. Don’t have the energy to tackle all the stages? There will be prizes at the end for riders who took on 6 or 4 stages, so you can bail out if the going gets too tough. The Route will be a total distance of 106 kms, with 6 timed stages in between making up 60kms of the total 106kms. The liaison sections (the pieces between the stages) will be entirely GPS-based. Only the actual segments themselves will be marked, so you can go flat-out through the stage without having to worry about following the GPS. The event will be most suited to Gravel Bikes and thus the terrain and the segments will be chosen with this in mind. No gravel bike? No problem! You can still take the event on, a Traditional MTB or E-Bike and there will be prizes for all the categories we have listed. For more information: www.gravduro.co.za Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Tour de Addo | Darlington Trip 3When: 06/04/2025 - 09/04/2025Where: Darlington Dam, DarlingtonJansenville, Eastern CapeCategory: Mountain BikeTour de Addo, a unique Mountain Bike event staged in the mighty Addo Elephant National Park, some 1640 km2 in size. Addo is host to magnificent game life including the Big 7. The ride, which is not a race, will see a limited field of 35 riders tackle a 3-day mountain bike experience using our Glamping site, in the heart of the Addo Elephant National Park. Due to the nature of the terrain and the wildlife the group is accompanied by armed rangers with a lead and sweep vehicle to ensure safe passage for all. The Ride is a true social affair with daily distances ranging from 25km to 50km per day. Adding to the social ride is the wonderful tented village offering luxury tents with comfy bedding, exquisite cuisine, game walks, star spotting, and wonderful talks in the evening by some fascinating characters. E-Bikes are more than welcome and there will be capacity to move batteries on the ride and charge bikes in the evenings. As we always have a game drive vehicle with us, the option to load your bike up and rest the legs is always available. So don’t let the distances scare you, anybody can make it as we have plenty of support following the group at all times. Visit https://tourdeaddo.com/ for more information Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Tour de Addo | Darlington Trip 2When: 02/04/2025 - 05/04/2025Where: Darlington Dam, DarlingtonJansenville, Eastern CapeCategory: Mountain BikeTour de Addo, a unique Mountain Bike event staged in the mighty Addo Elephant National Park, some 1640 km2 in size. Addo is host to magnificent game life including the Big 7. The ride, which is not a race, will see a limited field of 35 riders tackle a 3-day mountain bike experience using our Glamping site, in the heart of the Addo Elephant National Park. Due to the nature of the terrain and the wildlife the group is accompanied by armed rangers with a lead and sweep vehicle to ensure safe passage for all. The Ride is a true social affair with daily distances ranging from 25km to 50km per day. Adding to the social ride is the wonderful tented village offering luxury tents with comfy bedding, exquisite cuisine, game walks, star spotting, and wonderful talks in the evening by some fascinating characters. E-Bikes are more than welcome and there will be capacity to move batteries on the ride and charge bikes in the evenings. As we always have a game drive vehicle with us, the option to load your bike up and rest the legs is always available. So don’t let the distances scare you, anybody can make it as we have plenty of support following the group at all times. Visit https://tourdeaddo.com/ for more information Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Tour de Addo | Darlington Trip 1When: 29/03/2025 - 01/04/2025Where: Darlington Dam, DarlingtonJansenville, Eastern CapeCategory: Mountain BikeTour de Addo, a unique Mountain Bike event staged in the mighty Addo Elephant National Park, some 1640 km2 in size. Addo is host to magnificent game life including the Big 7. The ride, which is not a race, will see a limited field of 35 riders tackle a 3-day mountain bike experience using our Glamping site, in the heart of the Addo Elephant National Park. Due to the nature of the terrain and the wildlife the group is accompanied by armed rangers with a lead and sweep vehicle to ensure safe passage for all. The Ride is a true social affair with daily distances ranging from 25km to 50km per day. Adding to the social ride is the wonderful tented village offering luxury tents with comfy bedding, exquisite cuisine, game walks, star spotting, and wonderful talks in the evening by some fascinating characters. E-Bikes are more than welcome and there will be capacity to move batteries on the ride and charge bikes in the evenings. As we always have a game drive vehicle with us, the option to load your bike up and rest the legs is always available. So don’t let the distances scare you, anybody can make it as we have plenty of support following the group at all times. Visit https://tourdeaddo.com/ for more information Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Kariega Classic 2024When: 14/12/2024Where: Southwell Cricket Field, Bathurst, Eastern CapeCategory: MultisportStaged in the Kariega Valley at Southwell Cricket Club. The event was the brainchild of Springbok rugby legend, Hennie le Rouxand meanders through the game farms of the Kariega Valley. It’s the perfect breakaway before Christmas and New Year and is designed as a real Family Affair with both MTB and Trail Runs being on Offer! Date: 14 December 2024 Location: Kariega Valley, Eastern Cape Visit www.kariegaclassic.co.za to learn more Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Weekend Warrior B'sorahWhen: 26/10/2024 - 27/10/2024Where: B'sorah Luxury Tent & Venue, Hartbeespoort, North WestCategory: Mountain BikeWeekend Warrior is a family-focused event that aims to promote the sport of cycling and the love for the outdoors. The two-day stage race offers a unique opportunity for families to come together and experience the thrill of a stage race atmosphere. B’sorah is home to a peaceful retreat, nestled within 1600 hectares of pristine wilderness and rugged cattle country, which offers guests plenty to explore by foot or mountain bike. Riders will get to explore two days of riding, heading through private farm land inside B’sorah as well as making their way into the famous Van Gaalen trails. To learn more, visit https://www.weekend-warrior.co.za/bsorah/ Go to Event Page.

Event Name: Tour de Addo 2024 | Best of NyathiWhen: 21/08/2024 - 24/08/2024Where: Nyathi Rest Camp, Eastern CapeCategory: Mountain BikeTour de Addo, a unique Mountain Bike event staged in the mighty Addo Elephant National Park, some 1640 km2 in size. Addo is host to magnificent game life including the Big 7. The ride which is not a race will see a limited field of 25 riders tackle a 3-day mountain bike experience using two Glamping sites, in the heart of the Addo Elephant National Park. Due to the nature of the terrain and the wild life the group is accompanied by armed rangers with a lead and sweep vehicle to ensure safe passage for all. The Ride is a true social affair with daily distances ranging from 25km to 50km per day. Adding to the social ride are the wonderful tented villages offering luxury tents with comfy bedding, exquisite cuisine, game walks, star spotting, and wonderful talks in the evening by some fascinating characters. E-Bikes are more than welcome and there will be capacity to move batteries on the ride and charge bikes in the evenings. As we always have a game-drive vehicle with us, the option to load your bike up and rest the legs is always available. So don’t let the distances scare you, anybody can make it as we have plenty of support following the group at all times. Visit www.tourdeaddo.com for more information Go to Event Page.

Event Name: The Tour M&G Investments PE PlettWhen: 14/02/2025 - 17/02/2025Where: Mentors Country Estate, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern CapeCategory: Mountain BikeThe 2025 edition of the M&G Investments PE Plett is taking on a slightly different format. Our riders will start their journey from Mentors Kraal in Jefferys Bay, following over 280 kms along the famous Garden Route and finishing 4 days later at the Kurland Polo Club. We’ve decided to spend the final 2 stages of the 2025 edition exploring the Tsitsikamma Forest. This decision is based on feedback from our riders after a highly successful running of this format in 2024. Whether you’re a dedicated racer or a relaxed rider, this is a spectacular journey you shouldn’t miss. Entries are limited to 250 riders for “The Ride” and 80 for “The Tour“. This prestigious event has sold out for the last 6 years. We also have a new pricing structure, which means the earlier you enter, the more you save as we build up to South Africa’s most diverse stage race. Click here to see the fee structure ahead of the 2025 event. For the 2025 edition, we have multiple entry options, pick what suits you best! Any entries after 10 January 2025 and those who aren't fully paid by 10 January 2025 will not be eligible for a race pack. Go to Event Page.

Event Name: The Ride M&G Investments PE PlettWhen: 20/02/2025 - 23/02/2025Where: Mentors Country Estate, Jeffreys Bay, Eastern CapeCategory: Mountain BikeThe 2025 edition of the M&G Investments PE Plett is taking same route as 2024, 2 nights at one village, our riders will be starting their journey from Mentorskraal and finishing at Kurland Polo Club in the Crags. After plenty feedback from our riders over the years regarding the stages of the journey they enjoyed the most, we’ve decided to spend the first 2 stages of the 2025 edition exploring the Tsitsikamma Forest. This means our riders will enjoy the comfort of the same race village for 2 nights in a row at Tsitsikamma with the first night being at Assegaaibosch. Whether you’re a dedicated racer or a relaxed rider this is a spectacular journey you shouldn’t miss. Entries are limited to 250 riders and have sold out for the last 6 years in a row. For the 2025 edition, we’ve also introduced 3 entry options so our riders can decide which option suits them best. Go to Event Page.

Event Name: The Tour | M&G Investments PE PLETTWhen: 25/02/2024 - 28/02/2024Where: Kurland, Western CapeCategory: Mountain BikeThe 2024 edition of the M&G Investments PE Plett is taking on a slightly different format to the previous 10 years of the event where our riders will be starting their journey from Kurland in the Crags and ending in J-Bay. After plenty feedback from our riders over the years regarding the stages of the journey they enjoyed the most we’ve decided to spend the first 2 stages of the 2024 edition exploring the Tsitsikamma Forest. This means our riders will enjoy the comfort of the same race village for 2 nights in a row at Storms River before moving onto the 3rd at Assegaaibosch. Whether you’re a dedicated racer or a relaxed rider this is a spectacular journey you shouldn’t miss. Entries are limited to 250 riders and have sold out for the last 5 years in a row. For the 2024 edition we’ve also introduced 3 entry options so our riders can decide which option suits them best. Go to Event Page.